UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Hugh Town, United Kingdom 
will be up to 6.3, indicating a high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-06-01
With Hugh Town's UV index reaching 6.3, protect your skin from harm by staying in shade, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest.
The UV index in Hugh Town is generally low to moderate throughout the year, rarely reaching very high levels due to its northern latitude and maritime climate. Peak UV index occurs during summer months but usually remains moderate.
Hugh Town experiences mild winters and cool summers. Rainfall is spread fairly evenly all year, with slightly wetter months in autumn and winter. The weather tends to be windy given its coastal position, with temperatures rarely becoming extreme.
Compared to the wider United Kingdom, Hugh Town is milder in winter and cooler in summer because of the surrounding sea. Its weather is more temperate than inland areas and is milder and wetter than many parts of northern Europe.
See the UV index hour by hour for Hugh Town, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.